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superficial

[soo-per-fish-uhl] / ˌsu pərˈfɪʃ əl /


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Remember, too, that while all this pop culture guides him, it does so per his most superficial interpretations.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Siri’s capabilities will allow it to read on-screen text in any app, but that’s superficial.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Cycling campaigners accused Stormont of "superficial engagement", but DfI said a monitoring exercise "will proceed once the necessary arrangements are in place".

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

The video includes photos of superficial scratches on the vehicle’s expensive leather seats and door panel.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

If he loved it all so much why did he seek the superficial froth of Monte Carlo?

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier




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